Dear Friend,

Last month, I shared the story of Belya in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, who said:

“Before joining my Savings Group, I did not know how to manage money, I just knew I had none. I had to ask my husband for everything, and sometimes that made him angry. My house was not clean, and sometimes I did not go to church because of the lack of clothing and soap. But one day, I saw all the women join a savings group, so I joined too.”

That decision changed everything. Once struggling to provide for her family, Belya is now using her savings and growing business to build a brighter future. Her story of transformation—from vulnerability to flourishing—is echoed by many participants in Five Talents programs across regions where poverty and conflict threaten both spiritual and physical well-being. Watch Belya's inspiring story here.